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Thursday, February 10, 2011

Spring Inspiration-Winter Thaw--It is Really just a Dream

The Challenge at Welcome to Flourishes  is

Winter Thaw Challenge, how appropriate, it is totally what we need in Iowa. Nothing prettier than the little Crouses peeping thru the snow. The Challenge is to be inspired by this photo.

I used the Cuttlebug Embossing Folder on the card. A Spellbinders Mega Scalloped Oval, topped with an Embossed Mega Oval, Fancy Tags on top and bottom. I used Copics and Sakura Glaze Pens.
I cut out the Iris, added ribbon and sparkles.  I am hoping for a melt down so these precious spring flowers can start to bloom.



A few other Challenges that this might qualify for are:
Simon Says Stamp and Show  Embossing
Sweet Stampin Challenge        Spring Flowers
Phindy's Place Challenge #41  Embossing

Thanks for stopping by.  All 4 of the Challenge Blogs have some great inspiration by the Design Teams.  So hop on over, you'll enjoy what you see.

I thought our temps were pretty bad yesterday, well today it is a MINUS 15, but sounds like we are lucky in not also having snow that some have been pounded with.

10 comments:

Claudia Rosa ~ Pretty Pressings said...

oohhhh Sylvia, this is sooo beautiful.
i am loving this stamp and your card turned out so darling!!
Fabulous work hun!
hugs
Claudia

Geri said...

Sylvia...were you up late working on cards last night like I was or was something else keeping you from sleeping? I saw your comment before I shut my computer down after posting last night and thought...I guess I'm not the only one burning the midnight oil!! This card is so lovely! LOVE the irises you've colored and how you've anchored them with the fancy tags. The Shabby Tea Room card is a stunner, and I love your zipper flower--looks like the pro's! I haven't tried that one yet. Knowing me I probably won't get to it till it's out of style!! I HAVE been a little more productive here lately, tho...maybe there's hope! love everything! Thanks for visiting!!

Tracey T said...

Such a pretty card, Sylvia! It reminds me that Spring shouldn't be too far away! Thank you for joining us at Sweet Stampin' this week. Tracey x

Megan Parker said...

Very pretty! Love the white background with the deep purple!

Ann English said...

This is so beautiful!!!

Thank you for joining us this week at Phindy's Place. I hope to see you again soon!

Leslie Miller said...

So beautiful, Sylvia! I love the irises in the elongated oval. I hope your dreams of spring come true sooner rather than later. Thank you for joining us at Flourishes!

Glenda said...

The Iris is probably my favorite flower and you have done these beautifully! I love all the texture on your card and all the attention to detail! Just beautiful!

Dawn B. said...

This is so pretty Sylvia. Your irises look so real. Love the shape you chose. Great job on this card. Thanks for joining us at Flourishes.

SYLVIA-ANNE said...

A stunning card Sylvia - I love purple Flag Iris. Your colouring is so beautiful and the embossing makes a perfect background.
Hugs, Sylvia xx

The Dolphin Inn said...

Beautiful flowers and a beautiful card, thanks for sharing xxx